| Vivian Richards Quick Info | |
|---|---|
| Height | 5 ft 10 in |
| Weight | 83 kg |
| Date of Birth | March 7, 1952 |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces |
| Spouse | Miriam Richards |
Vivian Richards is an Antiguan Barbudan commentator, former cricketer, cricket mentor, and TV personality. He is best known for playing for West Indies (1974–1991) internationally and at Test levels. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest batsmen of all time. Wisden Cricketers’ Almanack, also known as the “Bible of Cricket,” declared Vivian the greatest ODI batsman of all time in its annual publication in December 2002. He was also declared the 3rd greatest Test batsman after Don Bradman and Sachin Tendulkar in the same release of the book.
Born Name
Isaac Vivian Alexander Richards
Nick Name
Viv, Master Blaster

Sun Sign
Pisces
Born Place
St. John’s, Antigua and Barbuda
Nationality
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Education
He attended St. John’s Boys Primary School in St. John’s, Antigua and Barbuda.
He then received a scholarship to attend Antigua Grammar Secondary School in St. John’s, Antigua and Barbuda. Vivian dropped out of school at the age of 18.
Occupation
Former Cricketer, Cricket Mentor, TV Personality, Commentator
Family
- Father – Malcolm Richards (Former Cricketer, Assistant Governor of the prison)
- Mother – Gretel Richards (Passed away in 2016)
- Siblings – Mervyn Richards (Brother) (Cricketer, Footballer), Donald Richards (Brother) (Cricketer). He also has another brother.
- Others – Liam James Botham (Godson) (Former Cricketer, Rugby Footballer)
Manager
Vivian Richards is represented by The K Faktor (Talent Agent) in Southport, Queensland, Australia.
Batting
Right-Handed
Bowling
Right-Arm Medium/Slow/Off-Break
Role
Batsman
Build
Average
Height
5 ft 10 in or 178 cm
Weight
83 kg or 183 lbs

Girlfriend / Spouse
Vivian Richards has dated –
Race / Ethnicity
Black
Hair Color
Bald
Eye Color
Dark Brown

Sexual Orientation
Straight
Distinctive Features
- Tall height
- Droopy nose
- Prominent cheekbones
Brand Endorsements
Vivian Richards has endorsed brands such as Slazenger Cricket Bat (1987).
Religion
Christianity
Vivian Richards Favorite Things
- Cricketer – Virat Kohli
- World Cup Moment – West Indies Winning 1975 Cricket World Cup
- Places To Eat – Food Shacks, Le Bistro French Restaurant in Antigua
- Food From Food Shacks – Pepperpot, Bull Foot Soup, Steamed Fish, Stewed Fish, Goat Water
- Food – Black Pineapple, Lobster
- Cuisine – Caribbean
- Beaches In Antigua – Fort James, Rendezvous
Source – YouTube, India Today, The Guardian

Vivian Richards Facts
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